Introduction
Glyn Parry
With its legendary styling and unique character, the British 'Big Healey' is a firm favourite among classic enthusiasts from the 60s.
Originally launched in 1959, the first of the "Big Healey's" was born, nicknamed as a result of the 3.0L engine it featured. Bodywork was shaped by Jensen Motors and assembled at BMC MG Works in Abingdon. The 3000 really stood out on the track, winning multiple classes in many Europen rallies and races. As was the trend at the time, almost all of 3000's were exported worldwide with most ending up in North America. The 3000 MKII version was quickly followed at the end of August 1962 thanks to its initial MKI popularity. The BJ7 model was a sports convertible variant with additional driver comforts, a new wrap-around windscreen, wind-up side windows, swivelling quarter lights and a quick-action folding roof. Mechanically the car saw improvements as well, with an improved camshaft and twin SU HS6 carburettors replacing the triple SU's in the engine bay.
This Austin-Healey is a really lovely car thanks to its recent restorative work and has been subtly upgraded to a "fast-road" spec. The chassis has been fully restored, the car resprayed in "British Racing Green" and wire wheels repainted in black, the 2+2 red hide interior has been replaced and includes a new black mohair soft top. Mechanically the car has been upgraded to a "fast-road" specification including engine upgrades to a BJ8, other enhancements include a stainless steel manifold and exhaust, high torque starter, alternator and disc brakes. With just ~906 miles on the clock since the restoration, this "Big-Healey" is well worth a look and one not to be missed.
This listing was written from information supplied by Glyn after meeting Tom the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Hi Tom
Have you asked why the V5c shows the date of 1.1.63 for first reg. when the car was completed 18.6.62 & despatched 18.7.62?
Also, why the V5c shows the make as “Agrifac” not Austin Healey?
I know cars 40 yrs & older aren’t required to have an mot but it’s surely best practice to have one. eg: yours has never been mot’d & doesn’t have a rear number plate illumination light (reqd. for mot); not in itself the end of the world & not difficult or very expensive to rectify, but it does raise a question as to whether anything else would be required to pass.
Regards
Andrew
Hi
To be honest i didn’t query these points when I acquired the car as I am not much in to the details which I know in the classic car world is everything but I was impressed by the build quality of the car and it was the right price at the time I have enjoyed it and wouldn’t be selling if it wasn’t for recent health issues not sure this helps but thanks for your interest
Regards Tom
ok thanks Tom, I understand your thoughts re: build quality, just not the original importer not getting it mot’d or chasing the DVLA for a correct V5c & correct ’62 reg (without the “A” suffix). Regards
Andrew
Thanks Tom. I’d not have a problem with just getting a spare wheel & tyre. I’ve also done some chasing re: max engine bore & there is a suggestion that bores can be sleeved if needed to save the block; hopefully never needed.
Regards Andrew
Great looking ‘Healey.
I see there’s no spare & agree this leaves much more luggage room in the boot, but please will you clarify how the “puncture management” kit works?..does it fill the tyre with gloop so it has to be replaced; can you confirm how far one can proceed with the “fix” activated & does the fix kit have a shelf life/when does it need replacing?
My main concern is that the engine block is over-bored to +60thou’ which is the max allowed, so the block would be scrap if any re-bore was reqd.
But, l can see why you wanted this car.
Regards
Andrew
HI
Thanks for your inquiry ,the tyre repair kit is a natty little thing has got lots of gismos to plug the tyre etc and a compressor to reinflate that works off the cigarette lighter thingy which this Healey hasnt got so not a lot of good !! I expect you could put crocodile clips on it and do it that way never had to use it so far so cannot say how good it is, I have breakdown cover on my insurance and let them sort it to old now to change wheels hence me selling ,it really is a good looking and very useable Big Healey I shall be sad to see it go
Again thanks for your interest any viewing or Test Drive is welcomed
regards Tom
Hi, does the brake system have a servo? What happened to the brake fluid reservoir?
Thanks
Hi
What a good good question the fluid reservoir is under bulk head on drivers side not sure about servo all I know it has disc’s all and stops very well without any due pressure needed
I bought the car after auction from Silverstone it is my 4th Big Healey it is in top notch condition only selling because of sadly age and infirmity hope this helps thanks for your interest the car is open for any inspection or test drive
Regards Tom
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